And the money. HSU is Arcata’s main economic engine, employing thousands of people at state-level wages, often with precious benefits.

So happy 100th, Humboldt State. And thank you to the students, professors, and scientists who bring a little extra sunshine to Humboldt county. Think about them next time you’re driving through Willits.

Humboldt State’s centennial party is on Saturday from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on the Plaza.

Take a walk back in time at HSU’s big Centennial kick-off party. Come on down to the Arcata Plaza, bring the family and be a part of the start of a yearlong celebrationThe Humboldt State 100th Birthday Festival features a range of entertainment for the whole family.

Enjoy free birthday cookies from Ramone’s bakery, explore old time artisan demos, snap a photo in the kid’s zone photo booth, revel at the antics of Leapin’ Louie and Shae Freelove, and dance to all-day music with the Humboldt Folklife Society, while the Arcata Fire Department gives fire truck rides to kids.This event is free and open to the community!

Grease Sing-A-LongEureka Theater
/ 6:30 p.m.
/ $15
Dust off your leather jackets for an ultimate summer night with the T-Birds and Pink Ladies as you sing-a-long with your favorite hits from the original 1978 film. Proceeds benefit the continuing restoration of the Eureka Theater.
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As You Like ItRedwood Park
/ 7 p.m.
Plays in the park! After being banished to the Forest of Arden by her power-hungry uncle, Rosalind is forced to hide her identity from her new-found love, Orlando. She must find a way to woo him dressed as a man, hiding her true feelings and feminine ways, while flaunting her lightning wit.
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